| Date |
Event
& Description |
11
Feb 1999
to
31 Dec 2002 |
Heritage
Exhibition
View this
splendid display of the vibrant multi-ethnic cultures of
Singapore. Visitors can gain insights into the lifestyles of
the four ethnic groups by trying their hands on the
traditional instruments, ethnic costumes and even walk on a
five-footway (corridor) of a traditional shop-house, all
within one gallery. Daily utilitarian items from yesteryears
are also on display.The museum is open
from 9am to 6pm, Tuesdays through Sundays.
|
20 Mar 1999
to
31 Dec 2002 |
Imaging
Selves
This exhibition inaugurates the Singapore
Art Museum's Permanent Collection Exhibition Programme. Five
galleries are dedicated to the display of the museum's fine
collection of Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art.
Featuring up to 100 works of art, Imaging Selves takes a
look at the construction and representation of identity and
self through the genre of portraiture.
|
7 Dec 2000
to
31 Dec 2002 |
The
Peranakan Legacy
This exhibition showcases the unique
material heritage of the Peranakan or "local-born"
Chinese in Singapore, Malaysia and the Indonesian
Archipelago. Visitors will find dedicated displays on the
textile, beadwork, silverwork, porcelain, betel-chewing and
jewellery traditions of the Peranakan. Highlights include an
exquisite silver and porcelain pieces from the holdings of
the Mariette Collection; a major private collection of
Peranakan art.
|
2 Nov 2002
to
14 Dec 2002 |
Hari
Raya Light-Up 2002
Hari Raya Puasa celebration is never
complete without a trip to Geylang Serai. The streets come
brilliantly alive with lights and shiny decorations. Weeks
before the big day, Muslim families throng to the "pasar
malam" (night market) for new curtains, traditional
clothes, cookies and other festive fares.
|
6 Nov 2002
to
5 Dec 2002 |
Ramadan
Every 9th month on the Islamic calendar,
Muslims in Singapore and around the world observe Ramadan, a
test of self-abstinence, determination and devotion. For one
month, Muslims fast from dawn till dusk, breaking their fast
in the evenings with special prayers at the mosques. This
practice of daylight fasting serves to remind Muslims to
empathise with the less fortunate.
|
16 Nov 2002
to
28 Feb 2003 |
Celebration
Singapore
Must celebration last only a day? Not in
New-Asia Singapore! Celebration Singapore brings you four
months of dazzling festive celebrations and popular events.
Bask in the charm of brilliant light-ups, witness the
excitement of diverse cultural celebrations, delight in the
thrill of family entertainment topped off with an explosive
array of event....come and experience the fun for yourself.
|
16 Nov 2002
to
4 Jan 2003 |
Christmas
Light-Up 2002
Orchard Road
glitters with surprises, revelry and joyful festive
performances this Christmas. Stroll along the stretch of
road ahead and be nesnerised by the thousands of surrounding
fairy lights. Join in the festive rush and rejoice with the
merry revellers.
Check out the
facades of shopping malls and hotels as they are dressed to
compete for the "Best Decorated Building " title.
Inside the shopping malls, the angelic voices of carollers
and special Christmas events bring the mood to an all time
high. The religious significance of the season is not
forgotten as churches celebrate with special services on
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
|
|
6 Dec 2002 |
Hari
Raya Puasa
Endurance,
abstinence, soul cleansing and fasting during Ramadan are a
test of unflinching faith for Muslim Singaporeans.
At the end of one
month, Muslims rejoice and celebrate Hari Raya Puasa with
vigour and enthusiasm. As they prepare for the occasion,
thousands of glittering lights transform Geylang Serai into
a happening bazaar of makeshift stalls offering a wide array
of festive goods.
On the morning of
Hari Raya Puasa, after an elaborate bath, men and boys head
for the mosque for a special prayer. Past wrongs are
forgiven and families visit the graves of those departed as
a mark of remembrance. Like most Singaporean celebrations,
food is always important! Friends and relatives are treated
to a sumptuous spread of "ketupat" (a rice
dumpling wrapped in coconut leaves), beef rendang, and other
traditional Malay delicacies.
|
|
25 Dec 2002 |
Christmas
Christians celebrate the birth of their
Saviour, Jesus Christ, on Christmas Day. In churches all
over Singapore, special Christmas services are held on
Christmas eve as well as Christmas morning. Christmas in
tropical Singapore can be an exciting time with the
brilliant light-up as well as various activities organised
by hotels and restaurants. |
|
31 Dec 2002 |
Countdown
2003
Usher in the new year with a bang at the
World's Largest Fountain at Suntec City. Boogie to the
hottest hits at the coolest outdoor dance party in
Singapore. Catch the spectacular giant jet of water from the
fountain at midnight to shower wealth and prosperity on all.
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